16 Jan 2026

Okarito: The remote West Coast settlement home to 30

From Summer Times, 9:45 am on 16 January 2026

The remote community of Okarito is situated on the South Island's West Coast, 30 kilometres north of Franz Josef. The beautiful settlement is home to just 30. For its residents, life revolves around the campsite. Okarito made a name for itself when it was home to Booker Prize-winning author Kerrie Hulme, but for many, the settlement tends to fly under the radar. Anna is joined by residents Robyn Jebson and Barry Hughes.

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